October Fall Classic
Lot 2150:
Description
A rare collector’s piece, a Grunow 1191 High-Fidelity Push-Pull Tube Amplifier with Turntable Integration. Rediscover the golden era of sound with the Grunow 1191 vintage audio amplifier—a stunning example of 1930s audio engineering. A classic high-fidelity design with rich tube warmth. Features a push-pull 6F6 tube configuration, this amplifier delivers rich, full-bodied audio that defined the early high-fidelity movement. Designed with Class AB amplification, it ensures crisp clarity at every volume level, whether you’re spinning soft jazz or powerful orchestral arrangements. Has 11 tubes, a full superhetrodyne tuner, and an electrodynamic 12″ speaker. This unit was—and still is—a powerhouse. Enjoy broadcast and short wave reception in exceptional clarity, brought to life with glowing vacuum tubes and a deep bass response modern equipment rarely replicates. Built for performance and elegance, the Grunow 1191 features a super-chassis design housed in a beautifully preserved cabinet. At its core, the amp uses vintage-correct components including:6F6 output tubes in push-pull, providing 10–14 watts of smooth RMS power. A likely cathodyne phase inverter and 6C5 driver stage to ensure signal integrity. Tone control circuitry—Grunow’s early take on custom EQ shaping. A powerful 12-inch field coil speaker delivering full-range sound across ~80 Hz to 8 kHz. Whether you’re an audio historian, collector, or someone restoring a listening room to period perfection, this set captures the essence of early high-performance audio design. Dimensions: 41′ tall x 28″ x15″ Works great and also recently upgraded for blue-tooth connectivity. NOTE: Pickup/transport required. Contacts available post auction.
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